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The one thing this discussion is reminding me is how much I LOVE libraries and the library system. I use the library regularly and always feel a sense of coming 'home' when I walk into one. So even though this topic has caused some consternation to some, for me it has reminded me of this wonderful resource, so thanks for that!
... Now let me say what I really think about our public library system passing out CD's and DVD's!
I guess I would sum it up in a word, 'Vinyl'.
I'm with you. If we were having this discussion five years ago, I would absolutely have argued for the library to stock CDs and DVDs. But today we're really talking about a medium that is losing its impact. More and more people are getting their electronic content electronically, and I'd hesitate to say that the Wake County Libraries should invest in a medium that many people are actively removing from their homes (especially CDs).
The libraries have been short of money. That's why I, and many voters, voted for a $45 million bond issuance in October 2007 to support a master plan that can be found here: http://www.wakegov.com/NR/rdonlyres/...erPlan2007.pdf
It's focus is on improving the book stock, adding locations, and improving access to technology with wireless networks in all the libraries and additional computers. I think the technology focus is appropriate.
In general, the library is funded by property taxes, so let's hope the recent revaluation helps them. If folks would like to donate money or books, information is here: WakeGOV.com - Library Trust Fund
I'm with you. If we were having this discussion five years ago, I would absolutely have argued for the library to stock CDs and DVDs. But today we're really talking about a medium that is losing its impact. More and more people are getting their electronic content electronically, and I'd hesitate to say that the Wake County Libraries should invest in a medium that many people are actively removing from their homes (especially CDs).
The libraries have been short of money. That's why I, and many voters, voted for a $45 million bond issuance in October 2007 to support a master plan that can be found here: http://www.wakegov.com/NR/rdonlyres/...erPlan2007.pdf
It's focus is on improving the book stock, adding locations, and improving access to technology with wireless networks in all the libraries and additional computers. I think the technology focus is appropriate.
In general, the library is funded by property taxes, so let's hope the recent revaluation helps them. If folks would like to donate money or books, information is here: WakeGOV.com - Library Trust Fund
How could the revaluation help since it was basically revenue neutral?
I'm with you. If we were having this discussion five years ago, I would absolutely have argued for the library to stock CDs and DVDs. But today we're really talking about a medium that is losing its impact. More and more people are getting their electronic content electronically, and I'd hesitate to say that the Wake County Libraries should invest in a medium that many people are actively removing from their homes (especially CDs).
Many of the people taking advantage of library resources are not those on the cutting edge who are digitally downloading their music and using on-demand on cable.
Judging from the number of iPods and laptops in the library I frequent, I don't really believe that.
Let me rephrase that -- the people who would take advantage of checking out DVDs and CDs are not the people on the cutting edge of downloading and pay-per-view.
The library is acceptable to most residents and operates as a good steward of our funds.
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